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It’s the very first episode of The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr and our first guest is Phil Wang! And Phil’s subgenre is…This Place is Evil. We’re talking psychological torture, we’re talking gory death scenes, we’re talking Lorraine Kelly?! The Big Pitch with Jimmy Carr is a brand new comedy podcast where each week a different celebrity guest pitches an idea for a film based on one of the SUPER niche sub-genres on Netflix. From ‘Steamy Crime Movies from the 1970s’ to ‘Australian Dysfunctional Family Comedies Starring A Strong Female Lead’, our celebrity guests will pitch their wacky plot, their dream cast, the marketing stunts, and everything in between. By the end of every episode, Jimmy Carr, Comedian by night / “Netflix Executive” by day, will decide whether the pitch is greenlit or condemned to development hell! Listen on all podcast platforms and watch on the Netflix Is A Joke YouTube Channel . The Big Pitch is a co-production by Netflix and BBC Studios Audio. Jimmy Carr is an award-winning stand-up comedian and writer, touring his brand-new show JIMMY CARR: LAUGHS FUNNY throughout the USA from May to November this year, as well as across the UK and Europe, before hitting Australia and New Zealand in early 2026. All info and tickets for the tour are available at JIMMYCARR.COM Production Coordinator: Becky Carewe-Jeffries Production Manager: Mabel Finnegan-Wright Editor: Stuart Reid Producer: Pete Strauss Executive Producer: Richard Morris Executive Producers for Netflix: Kathryn Huyghue, Erica Brady, and David Markowitz Set Design: Helen Coyston Studios: Tower Bridge Studios Make Up: Samantha Coughlan Cameras: Daniel Spencer Sound: Charlie Emery Branding: Tim Lane Photography: James Hole…

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Welcome to Host Planet – the go-to podcast for short-term rental hosts, property managers, and industry professionals. Each episode, we dive deep into the latest trends, expert insights, and real-world strategies shaping the short-term rental market. Join James Varley and leading voices from across the industry as they share game-changing advice on revenue management, guest experience, direct bookings, tech innovations, and more. Whether you're a seasoned operator or just starting out, Host Planet is your ultimate resource for short-term rental knowledge.

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Host Planet

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The Smart Way to Price Your Vacation Rental 50:19

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Ready to take your revenue strategy to the next level? In this episode of the Host Planet Podcast, we uncover the three Rs of short-term rental revenue management — essential principles every property manager should know. Our special guest is Zak Ali, a published author and revenue expert who has helped some of the biggest brands in the vacation rental space build powerful, bespoke pricing systems that deliver results. Whether you manage one property or a growing portfolio, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you maximise income, boost occupancy, and optimise your pricing strategy. Tune in now — and unlock the full potential of your revenue management game. Key takeaways: • Pricing automation without strategy is just accelerated noise. • How to avoid reactive and emotional pricing. • The obvious signs you are under-pricing your rental. 1:08 The most common revenue management mistakes 1:59 Be listed in the right places and know your target guest 3:36 Revenue isn’t earned, it’s designed 4:15 What can property managers do to avoid being reactive? 5:16 Revenue management advice for smaller hosts 7:13 Dynamic pricing 9:05 How to create a revenue management strategy 11:28 Automation without strategy is just accelerated noise 13:43 The importance of setting a target 16:01 You can have too many bookings! 18:03 Brand reputation should be part of your strategy 20:05 The three Rs of revenue management 23:39 Why property managers struggle to action their data 25:19 Pricing with a purpose 26:26 Should hosts use a dynamic pricing tool? Yes! 30:22 Obvious signs an operator is under-pricing 30:57 The optimum occupancy rate 34:37 What the STR industry can learn from hotels 36:33 Brand alignment and pricing strategy 41:10 Responsive calendars 45:08 Revenue management tools need strategy 46:42 Favourite brand: Hostfully and Joseph Cox 47:48 Individual shout-out: Alistair Handyside from PASC UK 49:06 No. 1 tip for revenue managers Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Zak Ali: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zak-a-056b2714/ PASC UK: https://www.pascuk.co.uk/ Episode to check next: How Braydon Ross (AKA @MrAirbnb) Built a Short-Term Rental Empire: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_OP7oqGsmE&t=7s The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #ZakAli #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement…

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This Is How Airbnb Hosts Can Deliver A Great Guest Experience & Secure 5-Star Reviews Every Time 28:41

vor 3 Tagen28:41

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Vacation rental managers need to go the extra mile in order to deliver a great guest experience and secure those all-important five-star reviews. On this edition of Host Planet Bitesize, Frank Bosi from Hostfully shares a bunch of brilliant tips to help Airbnb hosts and property managers stand out in this competitive market. Key takeaways: • Make sure you personalise the experience. • Use a digital guidebook to help your guests find everything they need. • Automate your hosting methods without losing the human touch. 1:22 Experiences overview 2:50 Tip 1: personalisation at scale 5:24 Tip 2: use a digital guidebook 8:13 Tip 3: utilise Viator to earn commission 9:12 Tip 4: offer a memorable local experience 11:52 Tip 5: automation without losing the human touch 14:24 Delight your guests with thoughtful extras 16:01 Hot tip: send a follow-up message just after check-in 18:41 Let your personality shine through 21:05 Go the extra mile to stand out 23:55 Keep the local vendors on side by being a great advocate 25:55 Hostfully’s digital guidebooks and PMS Looking for a great PMS or digital guidebook? You need Hostfully! Check out these special offers: Property Management Software: Get $500 off onboarding by using the code PLANET500. Digital Guidebooks: Get 30% off for life by using the code HOSTPLANETGB. Click here to sign up for Hostfully: https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 Keen to book a Hostfully demo? Click here to connect with Frank: https://cal.mixmax.com/frankbosi/demo?re=IiY1x2YuQXZuFGbwR3cvhGQzVWbhpmI&rn=ISelxmchZFIzVWbhpkI&messageId=UjWJnyJQ1a9zxhP2C Email Frank: frank@hostfully.com Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Episode to check next: Learn How To Take Great Photos For Your Airbnb: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vi9XiAQ1H-0&t=8s Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #Hostfully #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo…

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How Braydon Ross (AKA @MrAirbnb) Built a Short-Term Rental Empire 45:21

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Braydon Ross is @MrAirbnb! From arbitrage and coaching to working alongside developers across the globe to market and manage hundreds of properties. Hear his thoughts on regulation, essential tech, and why building a personal brand can take your business to the next level. Braydon also shares how Tequila Fridays helped him build a huge following on social media. There are shout-outs for Airbnb, Brian Chesky, Guesty, Hostaway, Hospitable, iGMS, PriceLabs, Linkbase, Minut, and others, plus sponsor mentions for Hosthub and GroupAccommodation.com. Key takeaways: • Discover the traits that every short-term rental manager needs in order to succeed. • AI is going to have a major impact on the vacation rentals business. • Why building a personal brand is 100% worth it. 0:57 The traits successful short-term rental managers need to have 4:20 The common questions first-time managers have 5:40 Rental arbitrage 9:16 Doing arbitrage? Cover your back! 11:17 I want to own properties today 16:33 Rookie mistakes 20:04 How to make a property irresistible 23:24 Why aren’t hotels on Airbnb? 27:59 How AI is going to impact short-term rentals 29:56 2025 trends, staring with regulation 31:37 The key things you need to succeed in 2025 32:30 The tech you need when starting out 34:46 Building a personal brand is worth it 38:46 Guitar and tequila! 40:28 Favourite brand: Airbnb 41:16 Individual shout-out: Brian Chesky 42:20 How to scale Sponsors: Hosthub: https://www.hosthub.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=HCH GroupAccommodation.com: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/?utm_campaign=holidaycottagehandbook.com Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Braydon Ross / @MrAirbnb: https://www.instagram.com/mrairbnb?igsh=MTFibW5xb3E2b3B2Yw== Episode to check next: The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo…

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Welcome Hampers = Great Reviews! 9:39

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Leaving guests a welcome hamper can supercharge the experience at your short-term rental and power those all-important five-star reviews. It can also help you earn upselling revenue. On today's Host Planet Bitesize, sponsored by Hostfully, the focus is welcome hampers and our special guest is Ariana Hudson from The Travellers Pantry. Key takeaways: • Your guests will love opening a welcome hamper. • It's an opportunity to earn upselling revenue. • Health and safety benefits. 1:16 Increased profit 2:08 Enhanced guest experience 3:09 Convenience 4:08 Reduced waste 4:57 Health and safety 6:05 Origin story 7:21 Hosts can sign up for the affiliate programme 8:16 The Travellers Pantry Looking for a great PMS or digital guidebook? You need Hostfully! Check out these special offers: Property Management Software: Get $500 off onboarding by using the code PLANET500. Digital Guidebooks: Get 30% off for life by using the code HOSTPLANETGB. Click here to sign up for Hostfully: https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 Keen to book a Hostfully demo? Click here to connect with Frank Bosi, Hostfully's Senior Director of Partner Development: https://cal.mixmax.com/frankbosi/demo?re=IiY1x2YuQXZuFGbwR3cvhGQzVWbhpmI&rn=ISelxmchZFIzVWbhpkI&messageId=UjWJnyJQ1a9zxhP2C Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ The Travellers Pantry: https://thetravellerspantry.co.uk/ Episode to check next: Learn How To Take Great Photos For Your Airbnb: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vi9XiAQ1H-0&t=7s Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #TheTravellersPantry #WelcomeHampers…

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Key Considerations For Holiday Let Investors 17:19

vor 12 Tagen17:19

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Holiday let investors have a lot to consider, including ownership structure, furnished holiday let guidelines, identifying suitable properties, and – crucially – mortgage lending criteria. In today's episode of the Host Planet Mortgage Podcast, James Varley and Ben Walker discuss three need-to-know facts for holiday let investors. 0:35 Tip number one: understand ownership structure and furnished holiday let guidelines 3:16 Extensive research is vital before investing in holiday lets 4:46 Tip number two: identify a suitable property (vanilla might be best!) 9:55 Tip number three: lending criteria for holiday let mortgages 14:04 Where holiday let mortgage rates are sitting right now Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Ben Walker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-walker-8983a237/ Email: ben.walker@hhhmortgages.com House and Holiday Homes Mortgages: https://www.hhhmortgages.com/ HCH Financial Services: https://www.hchfs.com/ Call: 0333 1234 536 Email: advice@hchfs.com Episode to check next: Interest rates are on the way down: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVOErUymWCY The Host Planet Mortgage Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetMortgagePodcast #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #HolidayLets #Mortgages #InterestRates #BankOfEngland…

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Airbnb's New Rules Explained: What Every Host Needs to Know 43:04

vor 15 Tagen43:04

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Airbnb's recent policy changes have left some hosts confused. In today's episode, Simon Seroussi attempts to clarify the update – and his advice to hosts and property managers is to be very careful when asking guests to book direct. Simon also assesses Airbnb's future direction and outlines the potential pitfalls for hosts if their rentals are only listed on a single platform. There are shout-outs for Red Cottage and Rentjoy on the show, plus sponsor mentions for Hosthub and Search and Stay. Key takeaways: • Airbnb hosts need to be very careful over the links and messages they share with guests. • Property managers should be listed on multiple platforms and build a direct booking website. • Operators looking to consolidate their operations should try SuiteOp. 1:05 Airbnb’s policy changes 8:53 Fees and links 11:40 Be careful when asking guests to book direct! 16:41 Airbnb’s future direction 19:14 The danger of only being listed on Airbnb 23:04 The story of SuiteOp 29:14 Operators looking to consolidate operations should try SuiteOp 33:39 Trends in 2025 36:41 Favourite brand: Red Cottage 38:47 Individual shout-out: Rentjoy 40:22 No. 1 lesson learned: Stay focussed Sponsors: Hosthub: https://www.hosthub.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=HCH Search and Stay: https://www.searchandstay.com/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Simon Seroussi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonseroussi/ SuiteOp: https://suiteop.com/ One of the biggest challenges with Airbnb’s new policies is using the Resolution Center, which can be difficult to manage at scale across multiple OTAs. SuiteOp has built a flow that allows guests to easily complete payments through the Resolution Center, while also enabling hosts to offer upsells through a guest portal and track everything in a more scalable, streamlined way. Episode to check next: Why Donald Trump Might Be Influencing Your Airbnb Bookings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNFDJCG9Ytw The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo…

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Why Airbnb Hosts Need To Screen Every Guest! 21:33

vor 17 Tagen21:33

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Short-term rental hosts and property managers can learn everything they need to know about guest screening in today's Host Planet Bitesize, sponsored by Hostfully. Autohost President and Co-Founder Ela Mezhiborsky is our special guest – and she's got five need-to-know facts about guest screening. Key takeaways: • Discover what Airbnb and Booking.com are doing to screen your guests • There is not a one-size-fits-all guest screening solution • Hosts must educate themselves on data privacy and security 0:00 Episode starts 1:13 Fact number one: you need to have something in place 2:58 Fact number two: standardisation of your process is key to avoid loopholes 6:50 Fact number three: guest screening is not one-size-fits-all 9:33 Fact number four: educate yourself on data privacy and security 11:40 Fact number five: guest screening is getting more and more sophisticated (and frightening!) 15:43 What Airbnb and Booking.com are doing in relation to guest screening 18:44 Autohost Host Planet Bitesize is sponsored by Hostfully. Need a great PMS or digital guidebook? Give Hostfully a try (your first guidebook is free!): https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Ela Mezhiborsky: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elamezhiborsky/ Autohost: https://www.autohost.ai/ Episode to check next: Learn How To Take Great Photos For Your Airbnb: https://youtu.be/vi9XiAQ1H-0 Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #Autohost #GuestScreening…

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Want To Stand Out On Airbnb? Use Dynamic Pricing Like A Pro 13:50

vor 19 Tagen13:50

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Powered by Host Planet and Beyond, STR Pricing Secrets is dedicated to helping short-term rental hosts and property managers navigate the world of dynamic pricing and revenue management. The series aims to break down key concepts, strategies, and best practices to help listeners maximise their earnings and stay ahead of market trends. From understanding the basics of dynamic pricing to exploring advanced tactics, each episode will deliver actionable insights from industry experts. During this episode, Roman Solyanyk explains how smarter pricing can help you stand out, the pitfalls of 'set and forget' pricing, and why 100% occupancy may not mean you are securing the best rates. Key takeaways: • 'Set and forget' pricing is likely to be costing you revenue. • 100% occupancy is unlikely to be good for business. • Use Beyond to optimise your rates and gain owner loyalty. 1:14 How smarter pricing can help you stand out and gain owner loyalty 2:17 The pitfalls of ‘set and forget’ pricing 3:43 How you can prove value to owners 4:58 How dynamic pricing can supercharge your occupancy levels 6:56 100% occupancy does not mean you are getting the best returns 10:34 How advanced revenue management can help you save time 11:52 Why hosts should be checking out Beyond Find out more about Beyond: https://www.beyondpricing.com/products/why-beyond?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Calculate your vacation rental earnings for free with Beyond: https://v2.beyondpricing.com/listing-analysis?utm_term=tofu-tool-homepage&utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Roman Solyanyk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romansolyanyk/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Episode to check next: Is This The Smartest Pricing Tool For Airbnb Hosts? https://youtu.be/l76B5HrJjro STR Pricing Secrets is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #STRPricingSecrets #Beyond #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement…

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Is This The Smartest Pricing Tool for Airbnb Hosts? 28:10

vor 19 Tagen28:10

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Powered by Host Planet and Beyond, STR Pricing Secrets is dedicated to helping short-term rental hosts and property managers navigate the world of dynamic pricing and revenue management. The series aims to break down key concepts, strategies, and best practices to help listeners maximise their earnings and stay ahead of market trends. From understanding the basics of dynamic pricing to exploring advanced tactics, each episode will deliver actionable insights from industry experts. During this episode, Ryan Saylor discusses the science behind Beyond's state-of-the-art dynamic pricing software. He also talks AI, how Beyond 'cleans' the data it receives, and the fact fewer than one in five property managers are using dynamic pricing today. Key takeaways: • Beyond is a state-of-the-art, AI-powered revenue management solution. • Beyond meticulously cleans the data it receives to ensure its users set the right rates. • Less than 20% of hosts across the globe are using dynamic pricing. 1:08 What powers Beyond’s dynamic pricing software 8:17 Cleaning the data 11:47 What makes Beyond different to other dynamic pricing tools 16:34 Comparing rentals using dynamic pricing 19:48 Less than 20% of property managers are using dynamic pricing 22:03 How AI is helping Beyond 24:55 Use Beyond’s listing analyser: https://v2.beyondpricing.com/listing-analysis?utm_term=tofu-tool-homepage&utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Find out more about Beyond: https://www.beyondpricing.com/products/why-beyond?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Calculate your vacation rental earnings for free with Beyond: https://v2.beyondpricing.com/listing-analysis?utm_term=tofu-tool-homepage&utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Ryan Saylor: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-saylor/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Episode to check next: Earn 40% More Revenue From Your Airbnb! https://youtu.be/6ypAG3ZtzpQ STR Pricing Secrets is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #STRPricingSecrets #Beyond #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement…

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Which Tools Actually Boost Your Airbnb Income? 25:05

vor 19 Tagen25:05

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Powered by Host Planet and Beyond, STR Pricing Secrets is dedicated to helping short-term rental hosts and property managers navigate the world of dynamic pricing and revenue management. The series aims to break down key concepts, strategies, and best practices to help listeners maximise their earnings and stay ahead of market trends. From understanding the basics of dynamic pricing to exploring advanced tactics, each episode will deliver actionable insights from industry experts. During this episode, Charlie Gibbons talks about the power of automation, the biggest misconceptions about dynamic pricing, and the potential impact of using a solution like Beyond. Key takeaways: • Hosts not automating their rates are likely to be losing revenue. • Property managers need to work with dynamic pricing to achieve optimum results. • Dynamic pricing can help hosts to supercharge their bottom line. 1:11 Not using automation? You’re likely leaving money on the table 4:10 Striking the balance between automation and human input 6:06 The concerns of property managers who don’t trust dynamic pricing 8:38 The biggest misconceptions about dynamic pricing 12:54 2025 so far 17:58 The onboarding journey with Beyond 23:05 The expected impact of using dynamic pricing Find out more about Beyond: https://www.beyondpricing.com/products/why-beyond?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Calculate your vacation rental earnings for free with Beyond: https://v2.beyondpricing.com/listing-analysis?utm_term=tofu-tool-homepage&utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Charlie Gibbons: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-gibbons-875a51116/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Episode to check next: Is This The Smartest Pricing Tool For Airbnb Hosts? https://youtu.be/l76B5HrJjro STR Pricing Secrets is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #STRPricingSecrets #Beyond #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement…

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What’s The Right Price For Your Countryside Airbnb? 18:30

vor 19 Tagen18:30

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Powered by Host Planet and Beyond, STR Pricing Secrets is dedicated to helping short-term rental hosts and property managers navigate the world of dynamic pricing and revenue management. The series aims to break down key concepts, strategies, and best practices to help listeners maximise their earnings and stay ahead of market trends. From understanding the basics of dynamic pricing to exploring advanced tactics, each episode will deliver actionable insights from industry experts. During this episode, Lizzy Grayson discusses the challenges of pricing rural properties, the importance of local knowledge, and how Beyond can help hosts to secure optimum rates all year round. Key takeaways: • Local knowledge will help managers set the right rates. • It's important to balance the different seasons. • Beyond will help property managers set the right rates whatever the time of year. 1:18 The challenges of revenue management in rural locations 2:55 More fluctuations in rural markets? 5:15 The importance of local knowledge 6:20 ‘I know my market best – so I don’t need a dynamic pricing tool’ 8:20 Balancing changing seasons and events 10:53 How Beyond can help rural managers set the right rates 12:15 How to earn low season bookings 14:36 Minimum stay flexibility 15:39 Three key tips for rural hosts Find out more about Beyond: https://www.beyondpricing.com/products/why-beyond?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Calculate your vacation rental earnings for free with Beyond: https://v2.beyondpricing.com/listing-analysis?utm_term=tofu-tool-homepage&utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Lizzy Grayson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-grayson/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Episode to check next: Is This The Smartest Pricing Tool For Airbnb Hosts? https://youtu.be/l76B5HrJjro STR Pricing Secrets is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #STRPricingSecrets #Beyond #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement…

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How To Price Your Urban Airbnb for Maximum Bookings 14:22

vor 19 Tagen14:22

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Powered by Host Planet and Beyond, STR Pricing Secrets is dedicated to helping short-term rental hosts and property managers navigate the world of dynamic pricing and revenue management. The series aims to break down key concepts, strategies, and best practices to help listeners maximise their earnings and stay ahead of market trends. From understanding the basics of dynamic pricing to exploring advanced tactics, each episode will deliver actionable insights from industry experts. During this episode, Roman Solyanyk discusses how to ensure property managers take advantage of high demand dates, minimum stay tactics, and how a dynamic pricing tool like Beyond can help grow your business. Key takeaways: • Beyond will update your rates every single day. • When demand skyrockets, the cost of your rental will increase. • Set the correct minimum stay limit in order to reach optimum occupancy and rates. 1:26 The challenges of managing urban rentals 3:43 Protect yourself from events you don’t know about 4:25 Real-time pricing – Beyond updates your rates every day 5:35 What happens when demand skyrockets 7:31 Minimum stay tactics 11:42 How Beyond can help property managers scale their businesses Find out more about Beyond: https://www.beyondpricing.com/products/why-beyond?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Calculate your vacation rental earnings for free with Beyond: https://v2.beyondpricing.com/listing-analysis?utm_term=tofu-tool-homepage&utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Roman Solyanyk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romansolyanyk/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Episode to check next: Is This The Smartest Pricing Tool For Airbnb Hosts? https://youtu.be/l76B5HrJjro STR Pricing Secrets is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #STRPricingSecrets #Beyond #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement…

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Earn 40% More Revenue From Your Airbnb! 16:05

vor 19 Tagen16:05

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Powered by Host Planet and Beyond, STR Pricing Secrets is dedicated to helping short-term rental hosts and property managers navigate the world of dynamic pricing and revenue management. The series aims to break down key concepts, strategies, and best practices to help listeners maximise their vacation rental earnings and stay ahead of market trends. From understanding the basics of dynamic pricing to exploring advanced tactics, each episode will deliver actionable insights from industry experts. During this episode, Roman Solyanyk discusses the difference between dynamic pricing and surge pricing, explains how to price unique listings, and outlines how Beyond can help property managers increase their revenue by a whopping 40%. Key takeaways: • Dynamic pricing benefits hosts and guests. • Property managers will not lose control of their business if they use dynamic pricing. • Hosts are leaving money on the table if they do not utilise dynamic pricing. 1:35 The difference between dynamic and surge pricing 3:45 Why hosts will not lose control if they use dynamic pricing 5:11 ‘I know my rentals better than any software!’ 9:19 How Beyond deals with unique listings 11:48 Dynamic pricing is simpler than you think 13:32 Hosts could earn 40% more revenue! Find out more about Beyond: https://www.beyondpricing.com/products/why-beyond?utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Calculate your vacation rental earnings for free with Beyond: https://v2.beyondpricing.com/listing-analysis?utm_term=tofu-tool-homepage&utm_medium=seo&utm_source=partner-2024&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook_2024 Roman Solyanyk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/romansolyanyk/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Episode to check next: Is This The Smartest Pricing Tool For Airbnb Hosts? https://youtu.be/l76B5HrJjro STR Pricing Secrets is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #STRPricingSecrets #Beyond #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement…

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Why Donald Trump Might Be Influencing Your Airbnb Bookings 27:44

vor 22 Tagen27:44

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Donald Trump’s tariffs are having a negative effect on the US vacation rentals market. Canadians are turning their backs on major hotspots like Florida and California – and instead heading to the UK and France. In today’s Host Planet Podcast, Sally Henry from Key Data outlines the main trends from 2025, including which regions of the UK are performing best. Sally also shares her favourite data stats from the year so far. If you want to know what’s happening in our industry right now, this is an episode not to be missed. Key takeaways: • Donald Trump's tariffs are making a dent in the US vacation rentals market. • Canadian travellers are heading to the UK and France instead of the US. • Booking.com's rapid growth continues in the short-term rentals space. 1:07 The impact of Donald Trump's tariffs 1:46 Canadian travellers are turning their backs on the US 4:51 The UK and France might benefit 5:30 The growth of Booking.com 9:10 Are direct bookings dipping? 11:52 2025 is flat so far 15:34 Hosts are dealing with last-minute arrivals 18:27 The Cotswolds is one of the UK's top performing holiday let regions 20:05 UK areas which are struggling in 2025 21:31 Property managers must understand the data 23:11 Check out Key Data: https://www.keydatadashboard.com/products/prodata?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook 23:52 Favourite brand: yhangry 24:30 Individual shout-out: Robin Clifford 25:27 Sally's favourite data stat from 2025 Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Sally Henry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sally-henry-3516229/ Key Data: https://www.keydatadashboard.com/products/prodata?utm_source=referral&utm_medium=partner&utm_campaign=holiday_cottage_handbook Sponsors: Hosthub: https://www.hosthub.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=HCH GroupAccommodation.com: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/?utm_campaign=holidaycottagehandbook.com Episode to check next: Are You A Short-Term Rental Superstar? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WSw-4AurDhM&t=1s Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #KeyData #SallyHenry #DonaldTrump #US #President #Tariffs #TrumpTariffs #TrumpTariff #TrumpTariffWar…

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How Airbnb Hosts Can Earn More Revenue 13:11

vor 25 Tagen13:11

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Are you an Airbnb host or short-term rental property manager who is keen to earn extra revenue? During today's Host Planet Bitesize – sponsored by Hostfully – Shiven Vinod Khera from Linkbase has five tips to increase your profits without adding more rentals to your portfolio. Key takeaways: • Capture guest data in order to supercharge your marketing and direct bookings. • Offer simple upsells like early check-in and mid-stay cleaning. • Utilise platforms like Viator in order to earn commission. 0:00 Episode starts 1:19 Tip No. 1: Capture guest data 4:32 Tip No. 2: Offer simple upsells 6:01 Tip No. 3: Utilise Viator (and earn commission) 7:07 Tip No. 4: Automate where possible 9:54 Tip No. 5: Utilise a guest experience platform 11:11 Give Linkbase a try: https://linkbase.ca/ Host Planet Bitesize is sponsored by Hostfully. Need a great PMS or digital guidebook? Try Hostfully today (your first guidebook is FREE!): https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Shiven Vinod Khera: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shiven-vinod-khera-a05149120/ Linkbase: https://linkbase.ca/ Episode to check next: Learn How To Take Great Photos For Your Airbnb: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vi9XiAQ1H-0 Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #Linkbase…

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Where To Buy A Holiday Let In The UK 20:55

vor 25 Tagen20:55

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Discover the UK's most profitable holiday let locations! Host Planet has teamed up with Sykes Holiday Cottages to launch Holiday Let Insider – a brand new podcast series for savvy hosts and property managers. In our first episode, Harriet Kerr, Portfolio Director at Sykes, reveals the top-performing UK regions for holiday lets and shares practical tips on pricing, flexibility, quality, and guest experience to help you maximise your returns. Thinking about partnering with Sykes to boost your bookings and income? Learn more here: sykescottages.co.uk/letyourcottage Key takeaways: • Discover the best places to buy a holiday let in the UK, including the Cotswolds, Lake District, and Peak District. • Find out why Suffolk is an up-and-coming holiday let destination. • Learn how Sykes Holiday Cottages helps owners during every stage of their investment and management journey. 0:00 Episode starts 2:07 How Sykes helps new holiday let hosts 3:51 Do your research! 5:09 As much support as you need 6:12 The best places to buy in the UK 9:31 The different types of holiday let investor 11:04 What you need to get right on day one 12:15 Quality is key (plus being flexible and accepting shorter breaks) 14:19 Getting your rates right 15:57 The evolving holiday let landscape 17:38 Keeping owners updated about the industry 18:48 Holiday Letting Outlook Report 2025: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/letyourcottage/advice/article/holiday-letting-outlook-report-2025 19:44 Work with Sykes: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/letyourcottage/ Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Harriet Kerr: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harriet-k-77b60725/ Sykes Holiday Cottages: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/letyourcottage/ Episode to check next: Learn How To Take Great Photos For Your Airbnb: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vi9XiAQ1H-0 Holiday Let Insider is brought to you by Host Planet and Sykes Holiday Cottages. The series is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HolidayLetInsider #Sykes #SykesCottages #SykesHolidayCottages #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo…

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Are You A Short-Term Rental Superstar? 30:30

vor 29 Tagen30:30

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Host Planet and Hospitable have an exciting announcement! We are teaming up to produce the Host Planet Playbook – an e-book and podcast project which will feature 30 of the world's best short-term rental property managers. This is a golden opportunity for hosts to showcase their brand to a global audience. Keen to take part? Find out more and apply here: https://www.hostplanet.club/post/host-planet-hospitable-launch-global-collaboration-to-spotlight-str-superstars Also during the show, our special guest Miles Hobson shares news of Hospitable's in-built dynamic pricing feature, outlines the ongoing impact of AI on property management, and discusses the current trends affecting property managers across the globe. Key takeaways: • Apply to be part of the Host Planet Playbook! • Discover why Hospitable's in-built dynamic pricing tool is a game-changer for hosts. • Find out how to run your rentals on autopilot. 0:00 Episode starts 0:52 Searching for the stars of STR 6:14 2025 so far 9:29 The situation in North America 11:31 Be aware of your market 13:23 Run your rentals on autopilot 16:42 Hosts who should take a look at Hospitable 17:14 Hospitable’s new in-built dynamic pricing tool 21:19 AI 25:14 Coming soon: Hospitable marketplace 27:00 Favourite brand: Host Planet 27:44 Individual shout-out: Amy Deverson from Abode Worldwide 28:59 Make sure you apply for the Host Planet Playbook! Sponsors: Hosthub: https://www.hosthub.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=HCH GroupAccommodation.com: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/?utm_campaign=holidaycottagehandbook.com Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Miles Hobson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mileshobson/ Hospitable: https://hospitable.com/?utm_source=hchc&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=hch Episode to check next: Airbnb does not want you to listen to Mark Simpson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6AW5aNPaOWvtoizOA9Rd1U The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #HostPlanetPlaybook #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #Hospitable…

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Learn How To Take Great Photos For Your Airbnb! 16:27

vor 4 weeks16:27

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Are you an Airbnb host or short-term rental property manager? If so, you need to learn how to take great photos that appeal to your target guests and keep the bookings rolling in. During today's Host Planet Bitesize – sponsored by Hostfully – Joseph Cox shares five essential tips to help you create perfect images that will supercharge your presence on online travel agencies like Airbnb, Booking.com, and Vrbo. Key takeaways: • Use a professional photographer • Prioritise the images in your listing (don't use a shot of the bathroom first!) • Good lighting is essential 1:23 Be creative and think outside the box 3:29 Use a professional photographer 6:31 Prioritise your images properly 8:27 Good lighting is integral 11:07 Edit the images Host Planet Bitesize is sponsored by Hostfully. Need a great PMS or digital guidebook? Try Hostfully today (your first guidebook is FREE!): https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Joseph Cox: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephmicox/ Hostfully: https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 Episode to check next: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6sxswbwMuT1MAOoh4TKvzN Use AI to Create Marketing Content For Your Short-Term Rental: Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #Hostfully #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #Photography #AirbnbPhotography #AirbnbPhoto…

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No More Excuses: STR Industry Must Embrace Sustainability! 30:43

vor 5 weeks30:43

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Bob Garner is very frustrated – he believes the short-term rental industry is failing to embrace sustainability. Bob's urging major players in the sector to take action – because the climate emergency is not someone else's problem. In today's Host Planet Podcast, hear why Bob's EnviroRental platform might not survive unless the industry steps up. There are sponsor mentions for Hosthub and Search and Stay during the episode, plus shout-outs for Abode Worldwide and Justine Ireland. Key takeaways: • STR businesses are not taking sustainability seriously, while some brands are greenwashing. • Hosts and property managers are failing to understand that going green can save money. • Compliments without action for EnviroRental mean nothing – and will not drive the industry forwards. 1:03 STR businesses are failing to take sustainability seriously 3:06 EnviroRental needs support 7:23 The STR industry is not acting on green issues 9:40 Some STR brands are ‘greenwashing’ 12:29 We need industry leaders to step up 15:31 Going green can make you money 18:47 What every host should be doing 21:43 There’s a climate emergency 27:27 Favourite brand: Abode Worldwide 28:04 Individual shout-out: Justine Ireland 28:56 Compliments without action mean nothing Sponsors: Hosthub: https://www.hosthub.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=HCH Search and Stay: https://www.searchandstay.com/ Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Bob Garner: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-garner-%E2%93%A5%F0%9F%8C%B3-75a73727/ EnviroRental: https://envirorental.earth/ Episode to check next: More pain for holiday let hosts! Tax changes, registration, and now mandatory EPCs?: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4D2cVPGlCoumGM3Zek1Szi The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #BobGarner #EnviroRental #Greenwashing…

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13 ways to scale your short-term rental business! 22:49

vor 5 weeks22:49

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Keen to grow your short-term rental inventory? This is the episode for you! Brooke Pfautz from Vintory shares 13 ways to scale your vacation rental business during today's Host Planet Bitesize, sponsored by Hostfully. Key takeaways: • Be front of mind when building a vacation rental business – billboarding is key. • Facebook groups and community micro sites are very effective tools for generating business. • Give before you get – understand human psychology. 0:00 Episode starts 1:40 Organise a homeowner appreciation event 2:42 Sign people up for a magazine subscription 3:59 Offer a home watch service 4:51 Check out Comparent 6:28 Build a Facebook group 7:49 Send personalised gifts 10:02 Partner with realtors – give before you get 12:23 Work on your Google business profile 13:29 Utilise branded vehicles 15:06 Create community micro sites 16:59 Share some free education 18:19 Find underperforming properties 20:32 Check out Vintory Need a great PMS or digital guidebook? Give Hostfully a try: https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Brooke Pfautz: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brookepfautz/ Vintory: https://www.vintory.com/ Episode to check next: How holiday let owners can support local businesses: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_FLrxQIGmw Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #BrookePfautz #Vintory…

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Interest rates are on the way down! 15:49

vor 6 weeks15:49

15:49

Are interest rates about to fall? Is a new wave of property investors on the horizon? And are mortgage lenders starting to show more flexibility for holiday let owners? In today's episode of the Host Planet Mortgage Podcast, James Varley and mortgage expert Howard Reuben dive into the outlook for interest rates, reveal how buy-to-let and holiday let mortgage products are evolving, and share their picks for some of the best options currently on the market. 0:38 Interest rate cut incoming? 3:54 Buy-to-let lenders are getting more flexible 7:02 Buy-to-let and holiday let investing are getting more similar 9:27 There are not many new investors out there 11:24 Top holiday let mortgage products on the market Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Howard Reuben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardreuben/ HCH Financial Services: https://www.hchfs.com/ Call: 0333 1234 536 Email: advice@hchfs.com Episode to check next: Why stamp duty is stalling the UK property market: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt2H9LWDwT4 The Host Planet Mortgage Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetMortgagePodcast #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #HolidayLets #Mortgages #InterestRates #BankOfEngland…

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More pain for holiday let hosts! Tax changes, registration, and now mandatory EPCs? 37:30

vor 6 weeks37:30

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Tax changes, fire regulations, statutory registration, and now EPCs – is there anything else the UK government can throw at holiday let owners? Alistair Handyside from PASC UK is the special guest on today’s Host Planet Podcast – and his message for our politicians is simple: gather the data before implementing policy. Listen in to hear about lobbying efforts, what owners can do to help the cause, and why people are dropping out of the sector. There are sponsor mentions for Hosthub and Zeal Tax, plus shout-outs for Key Data, Sally Henry, and Robert Kennedy. Key takeaways: • EPC lobbying efforts are continuing – but hosts could still be stung with a £15,000 bill to make their holiday lets more energy efficient. • Statutory registration is coming – owners will need to provide safety certificates. • The government needs to gather the data before formulating policy. 1:05 Is the government listening to the self-catering sector? 3:58 EPC lobbying efforts 9:49 Hosts might need to fork out £15,000 per property! 13:52 What statutory registration will look like 18:55 Fire regulations 23:04 Hamsters on a wheel 25:38 Message for Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves 29:25 Some operators are giving up 30:58 AI might not be the answer to everything 34:06 Favourite brand: Key Data 34:47 Individual shout-out: Robert Kennedy 35:48 Check your listings! Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Alistair Handyside: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alistair-handyside-mbe-4170b216/ PASC UK: https://www.pascuk.co.uk/ Episode to check next: Holiday let owners are giving up – and this is why: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1rQ28eQzyisO37M68PbWng The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #PASCUK #SelfCatering #EPC #NetZero…

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Why Airbnb hosts should provide luxury amenities at their rentals 13:06

vor 6 weeks13:06

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Johanne Hedges is convinced that short-term rental hosts and property managers who provide luxury amenities for their guests will achieve a higher nightly rate, increased occupancy, and better reviews. During this episode of Host Planet Bitesize – sponsored by Hostfully – Johanne shares details of five luxury products that every host and manager should consider stocking, from an outstanding mattress to premium dog treats. Key takeaways: • A good mattress is essential for Airbnb guests. • Premium towels are a must if you're running short-term rentals. • Discover more about Sir Woofchesters – premium dog treats that will ensure your guests and their four-legged friends feel very well catered for. 1:31 Luxury product number one: mattress 3:12 Luxury product number two: toiletries 5:18 Luxury product number three: premium towels and bathrobes 6:56 Luxury product number four: home décor and accessories 9:43 Luxury product number five: dog treats Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Johanne Hedges: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanne-hedges-cofounder-libi/ LiBi: https://www.libiloves.com/ Episode to check next: Airbnb does not want you to listen to Mark Simpson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4B7VBSExRkU&t=13s Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley – a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including almost a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetBitesize #Hostfully #James Varley #JohanneHedges #LiBi #Luxury #HolidayLets #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #SelfCatering #Property #PropertyInvestment #PropertyManagement #Airbnb #BookDirect #DirectBookings #Bookingcom #Vrbo…

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The UK government needs to stop scapegoating the holiday let industry 28:54

vor 7 weeks28:54

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Tax and regulation are having a major impact on the UK's holiday let industry. Some owners are giving up and leaving their properties empty or trying to sell. This is having a knock-on effect on local businesses which rely on tourism. As a holiday let manager and consultant based in Cornwall – one of the UK's short-term rental hotspots – Katie Warren is on the frontline. She is seeing first-hand the impact of new legislation and is adamant the new rules are not helping people who want to get on the property ladder, which is one the government's stated aims. In today's episode, Katie outlines the situation in Cornwall, has a clear message for Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves, and calls on the government to introduce a hard-hitting statutory registration scheme in order to root out bad actors from the sector. Key takeaways: • Holiday let owners are worried • The changes are not helping first-time buyers • The government needs to gather data and stop scapegoating the holiday let industry 1:04 The impact of tax and regulation in Cornwall 5:04 Empty homes vs holiday homes 6:30 Will the tax changes help first-time buyers? 8:48 Message for Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves 12:56 Stop scapegoating us! 18:40 We need statutory registration with teeth 20:52 Fixer Property & Management 24:45 Favourite brands: Key Data and Host Planet 26:44 Keep going! Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Katie Warren: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-warren-6657a845/ Fixer Property & Management: https://www.fixermanagementservices.com/ Episode sponsors: Hosthub: https://www.hosthub.com/?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=banner&utm_campaign=HCH Zeal: https://gozeal.co.uk/services/industries/host-planet-furnished-holiday-lets/ Episode to check next: Airbnb does not want you to listen to Mark Simpson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4B7VBSExRkU&t=1s The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HostPlanet #HostPlanetPodcast #HostPlanetBitesize #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #HolidayLets #Airbnb #BookDirect #PropertyManagement #PropertyInvestment #BookingCom #Vrbo #Cornwall #KeirStarmer #RachelReeves…

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How holiday let owners can support local businesses 12:23

vor 7 weeks12:23

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Amanda Stecker is an expert holiday let host and coach who prides herself on supporting local businesses. On today's episode of Host Planet Bitesize – sponsored by Hostfully – Amanda shares five tips for hosts who are keen to go the extra mile for their local community. Key takeaways: • Send restaurant recommendations to your guests a week before they arrive to give them time to make reservations. • Don't put a coffee maker in your rental – instead direct your guests to the best independent coffee shop in town. • Supply local produce in your welcome pack, especially if your area is famous for it. 1:21 Tip number one: send recommendations 2:31 Tip number two: direct your guests to the best coffee shop in town 3:42 Tip number three: supply local goods in your welcome pack 5:04 Tip number four: collaborate with local businesses 6:35 Tip number five: highlight local providers Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ Hostfully: https://get.hostfully.com/46p7pafubra1 James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Amanda Stecker: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandastecker/ Episode to check next: Airbnb does not want you to listen to Mark Simpson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6AW5aNPaOWvtoizOA9Rd1U Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley – a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including almost a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #shorttermrentals #realwaystomakemoneyfromhome #vacationrental #airbnb #investing #business #holidaylets #jamesvarley #amandastecker #hostplanet #hostfully…

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Dynamic pricing tips for Airbnb owners from PriceLabs 19:23

vor 8 weeks19:23

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Dynamic pricing is a must-have for every short-term rental host and property manager – but not everyone knows how to use it effectively. In today's Host Planet Podcast, Shreeja Jamdar from PriceLabs shares five tips to help hosts leverage dynamic pricing to boost revenue and occupancy. Key takeaways: • It is vital to understand your market • You must set the correct base price • Having a minimum stay strategy is a must 0:52 Tip 1: understand your market 4:49 Tip 2: get your base price right 9:48 Tip 3: set a strategic minimum rate 11:55 Tip 4: adapt minimum stays accordingly 15:15 Tip 5: track performance Use code HOSTPLANET15 for 15% off PriceLabs: https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up?referral=HOSTPLANET15 Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Shreeja Jamdar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreejajamdar/ PriceLabs: https://pricelabs.co/users/sign_up?referral=HOSTPLANET15 Episode to check next: Airbnb does not want you to listen to Mark Simpson: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4B7VBSExRkU&t=11s The Host Planet Podcast is presented by James Varley – a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including almost a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 organising committee. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HolidayLets #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #SelfCatering #Property #PropertyInvestment #PropertyManagement #Airbnb #BookDirect #DirectBookings #JamesVarley #Bookingcom #Vrbo #DynamicPricing #RevenueManagement #PriceLabs #ShreejaJamdar…

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Use AI to create marketing content for your short-term rental 20:02

vor 8 weeks20:02

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Kay Walten is a hospitality and AI expert who has merged her two passions to create a growing business: Smart Pineapple. On today's episode of Host Planet Bitesize, sponsored by Hostfully, Kay explains how short-term rental hosts and managers can utilise AI to create marketing content for their properties. Key takeaways: • Your prompts must be clear, direct, and full of detail • Try various AI platforms to see which is the best fit for your business • You must review and edit the content 1:25 Be clear and direct 2:39 Add detail 7:07 Keep the conversation going 9:06 Review and edit 12:57 Try different AI platforms 14:34 The AI platforms Kay recommends trying 15:42 Smart Pineapple: https://www.smartpineapple.ai/ Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Kay Walten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaywalten/ Smart Pineapple: https://www.smartpineapple.ai/ Episode to check next: Airbnb do not want you to listen to Mark Simpson: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6AW5aNPaOWvtoizOA9Rd1U The Host Planet Mortgage Podcast is presented by James Varley – a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including almost a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 organising committee. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #AI #Content #ChatGPT #SmartPineapple #HolidayLets #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #SelfCatering #Property #PropertyInvestment #PropertyManagement #Airbnb #BookDirect #DirectBookings #JamesVarley #Bookingcom #Vrbo…

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Airbnb does not want you to listen to Mark Simpson 41:09

vor 9 weeks41:09

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Direct booking champion Mark Simpson is the man Airbnb do not want their hosts to listen to. In today's episode of the Host Planet Podcast, Mark explains why he is Airbnb's nemesis and shares some quirky direct booking strategies (bin advertising, anyone?!) that you have probably never considered. Mark also shares his business story – including how close he came to selling Boostly last year. He also talks about dealing with online trolls in Facebook groups and Trustpilot after being forced to quadruple prices for some of his most loyal customers. There are shout-outs for yhangry, Mount, Siddhi Mittal, Madison Rifkin, and Jodie Odlin during the episode. Key takeaways: • Airbnb hosts need to learn about direct bookings. • There are so many quirky and effective direct booking strategies – and they start with knowing where your target guests are. • Mark was weeks away from selling Boostly in 2024 after losing 1,000 customers. • Despite a tough year, Boostly is now more profitable than ever. 1:06 Why Mark Simpson is Airbnb’s nemesis 4:16 Don’t build your house on someone else’s land 6:22 Can direct bookings be a false economy? 9:37 The best direct booking websites have this in common 11:00 Weird (but effective) direct booking strategies 15:44 Challenges and opportunities in 2025 20:36 Wild times running Boostly 32:51 How close was Mark to selling Boostly? 34:54 Dealing with online trolls, including 1-star Trustpilot reviews 37:35 Favourite brands: yhangry and Mount 38:57 Individual shout-out: Jodie Odlin 39:39 Number one lesson learned from the last year Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Mark Simpson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrmarksimpson/ Boostly: https://boostly.co.uk/ Episode to check next: Why stamp duty is stalling the UK property market: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt2H9LWDwT4 The Host Planet Mortgage Podcast is presented by James Varley – a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including almost a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 organising committee. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HolidayLets #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #SelfCatering #Property #PropertyInvestment #PropertyManagement #Airbnb #BookDirect #DirectBookings #MarkSimpson #JamesVarley #Bookingcom #Vrbo…

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Five key safety tips for Airbnb hosts 12:30

vor 9 weeks12:30

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Send us a text During this episode of Host Planet Bitesize – sponsored by Hostfully – Oscar Hepworth from KeyNest shares five reasons why Airbnb hosts and property managers should utilise key management systems. Key takeaways: • Learn how key safety provisions can improve the guest experience and enhance security. • Find out why neighbours and local regulators prefer key management solutions. 1:33 Reason number one: guest experience 3:27 Reason number two: avoid break-ins 5:35 Reason number three: automation 6:48 Reason number four: tracking 8:51 Reason number five: neighbour issues 10:25 KeyNest: https://keynest.com/ Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Oscar Hepworth: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oscar-hepworth-257521166/ Episode to check next: Why stamp duty is stalling the UK property market: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lt2H9LWDwT4 Host Planet Bitesize is presented by James Varley – a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including almost a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 organising committee. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club…

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Why stamp duty is stalling the UK property market 18:31

vor 10 weeks18:31

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Send us a text During this episode of the Host Planet Mortgage Podcast, Howard Reuben from HCH Financial Services assesses the current state of the holiday let mortgage market. Howard discusses the Bank of England base rate, the Spring Statement, and stamp duty. He also shares details of the best holiday let mortgage products currently available. Key takeaways: • The Bank of England’s decision to hold the base rate was not a surprise • Borrowers and investors who need to remortgage in 2025 should plan early and avoid going onto their lender’s standard variable rate (SVR) • Hefty stamp duty fees are stalling the UK property market 2:00 Bank of England base rate holds steady at 4.5% 5:49 Advice for people who need to remortgage in 2025 9:23 Make sure you avoid the standard variable rate 11:16 The Spring Statement, stamp duty, and market sentiment 15:36 The best holiday let mortgage products on the market Links: Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/ HCH Financial Services: https://www.hchfs.com/ James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/ Howard Reuben: https://www.linkedin.com/in/howardreuben/ Episode to check next: Everything you need to know about holiday let taxes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/everything-you-need-to-know-about-holiday-let-tax-changes/id1706573555?i=1000697982739 The Host Planet Mortgage Podcast is presented by James Varley – a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including almost a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 organising committee. Contact the show: info@hostplanet.club #HolidayLets #HolidayLetMortgages #ShortTermRentals #VacationRentals #SelfCatering #Property #PropertyInvestment #PropertyManagement #MortgageBroker #Airbnb…

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